Rusty or leaking tank bolts need replacing before they fail. Here is the Huntsville guide.
The bolts
The bolts hold the tank to the bowl, and the rubber washers seal the holes.
The leak
Water under the tank is usually a worn bolt washer.
The fix
Drain the tank, replace the bolts and washers, and snug them evenly.
The call
A pro can do it without cracking the porcelain. Call 888-217-3585 and Huntsville, AL Plumbing Helpers will match you with a Huntsville pro.
Plumbing in Huntsville: what to know
In Huntsville, hard water is common across the region, and older neighborhoods still have galvanized supply lines. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Madison County — from Madison, Triana and Athens to ZIP codes like 35805, 35816, 35896 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and Huntsville, AL Plumbing Helpers will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in Huntsville.